30 Day BSD Pride writing challenge!

chapter 5

Day 5: Transgender MtF pride
(Kenji and Kyouka)

She didn't really 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 to tell Kenji, or anyone for that matter, since she wasn't planning on being in a relationship, in which stuff like that might matter, but she eventually made up her mind to tell everyone. She wanted to get this off her chest, and leave her uncomfortable life of hiding behind her. She planned on telling Kenji first, since he was her best friend. So, on one particular Wednesday, when the rest of the agency was out on a shopping spree, per request of Yosano, she pulled Kenji asside, to the comfort of their dorm and spoke to him about it.

"Are you sure you're feeling alright? You said that you were sick when Yosano offered for you to go with them." Kenji's tone was curious, with a hint of worry.

"Don't worry, I'm fine. I actually said I was sick so that I could talk to you alone while everyone else was out." Kyouka explained, sitting down on her futon. Kenji did the same, sighing in relief.

"I'm glad you're not sick! So, what do you want to talk about?"

"Well.. It's kind of personal.. I know it wouldn't really matter in the long run, because you guys wouldn't see me any different, bit I just want to get this off my chest." Kyouka took a deep breath, preparing what she was going to say to him.

"Okay! I'm all ears, go ahead!" Kenji happily smiled, awaiting her response.

"Kenji.." She started. "Do you know what it means to be Transgender?"

Kenji cocked his head. "No, not really. What is it?"

Kyouka took a deep breath before going on. "Well.. Someone who is Transgender may not feel like their assigned gender at birth fits their gender now. So, they might want to transition into their prefered gender, weather that be medically, or socially."

"Oh! Ok! I understand now! It's kinda cool.." Kenji had a big smile on his face and a sparkle in his eyes. He was always ready to listen and made sense of new things, and that's why Kyouka liked him.

"Well.. Since you know what that means,  I guess I should tell you. I was actually born a male, but am currently taking steps to further my identity as a girl. I've already gotten a name change, obviously, and all of this happened a while ago, so that's why I was introduced as Kyouka." She explained. She stopped, waiting for Kenji's response.

"Oh! Okay, cool! If you don't mind me asking, why explain all of this if you're already transitioned?" The blonde asked.

"Oh, I just wanted to get it off of my chest. It was really bothering me, I'm not the best at keeping secrets, so I just thought this would be better for me."

"Ah! That makes sense. Well.. Thank you for trusting me enough to tell me! I really appreciate it!" Kenji gave her a small smile.

"Thank you for being okay with it."

"Of course! Now, what was that movie we were going to watch?"

"Oh! Shrek, Dazai recommended it to us. Here, I'll put it on while you get the popcorn." Kyouka stood and went to the TV room, while Kenji made his way to the kitchen. Kyouka felt like a thousand pound weight was lifted from her chest, and it felt really good. To have a stable support system, and surrounded by people who love her and finally being able to be her authentic self. It was beautiful.

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(AN: I'm sorry this was rushed 😔✊ I'm a little behind, because I'm usually ahead, so I'm trying to get ahead again. Anyways, I hope y'all enjoyed!

Happy Pride!

  - Julian🏳‍🌈

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